Got my Kuhmo's installed. Question:
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Melting Slicks
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Got my Kuhmo's installed. Question:
Just got my MXs installed about an hours ago. I just ditched the GY EMTs. The ride and noise is exponentially better! However, I'm not sure they look as good. The GYs sidewall seemed to angle in toward the rim. The MXs are more "bubbly"; making the tire look bigger. I've always thought that a thinner sidewall looked more aggressive. What do you Kuhmo owners think of the astetics of your tires. Am I just being petty?
Burning Brakes
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Originally Posted by Mixxit
Just got my MXs installed about an hours ago. I just ditched the GY EMTs. The ride and noise is exponentially better! However, I'm not sure they look as good. The GYs sidewall seemed to angle in toward the rim. The MXs are more "bubbly"; making the tire look bigger. I've always thought that a thinner sidewall looked more aggressive. What do you Kuhmo owners think of the astetics of your tires. Am I just being petty?
Melting Slicks
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I am about to buy a set of the Kuhmos, and I heard that they flare out a little around the wheel rim to protect the wheel is that true? I hope so, I had some Firestone Firehawks on my C4 that did that and I really liked it, and it also prevented any possible curb rash on the wheels.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Indianapolis IN
Originally Posted by Craig2000
I am about to buy a set of the Kuhmos, and I heard that they flare out a little around the wheel rim to protect the wheel is that true? I hope so, I had some Firestone Firehawks on my C4 that did that and I really liked it, and it also prevented any possible curb rash on the wheels.
Le Mans Master
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Originally Posted by Craig2000
I am about to buy a set of the Kuhmos, and I heard that they flare out a little around the wheel rim to protect the wheel is that true? I hope so, I had some Firestone Firehawks on my C4 that did that and I really liked it, and it also prevented any possible curb rash on the wheels.
I've got Firehawks and I like that curb protection feature, also and they look good.
Racer
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From: Framingham MA
Originally Posted by Mixxit
That's exactly what they do. When I first looked at them, it sort of gave it a 4x4 look. The more I see them though, the more I get used to them. I just took them out for a spin in the twisties and I couldn't get them to break loose. I love the performance! I'm still getting used to the looks.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Indianapolis IN
Originally Posted by 01Pewter
I got a set of MXs three weeks ago. 
HOWEVER, I can not express enough how much better the non-run flats perform and sound. It really is night and day. I thought some of the forum members were just being picky, but they really are astoundingly different. Ask me again when I have a flat!!